Embark on a delightful baking journey with our Decadent Nut-Nougat Crescent Pastries recipe, featuring a luxurious filling wrapped in a soft, yeast-based dough. Each bite of these small crescents offers a sweet rush of nut-nougat cream, encased in a tender, freshly baked pastry. With approximately 26 pieces from this recipe, you’re set to impress at any gathering.
Why You’ll Love This These Nut-Nougat Crescent Pastries blend the classic charm of European pastries with the irresistible allure of creamy, nutty fillings. The recipe marries simplicity with gourmet flavors, making it accessible yet sophisticated. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a curious novice, the divine texture and rich taste of these crescents will win your heart with each bite. Their enticing aroma and picture-perfect appearance are just cherries on top!
Perfect Occasion These pastries are perfect for a variety of occasions. Serve them at a cozy family breakfast, a chic brunch gathering, or as an elegant dessert at your next dinner party. They also make a wonderful treat for holiday celebrations or as a homemade gift that conveys warmth and thoughtfulness.
Decoration Tips To elevate the visual appeal of these crescents:
- Before baking, sprinkle a light dusting of powdered sugar for a snowy effect.
- Consider adding a drizzle of melted chocolate post-baking for an extra touch of decadence.
- Garnish with finely chopped nuts before the final brushing with the egg-milk mixture to add texture and reinforce the nutty flavor.
Ingredients
- For the Dough:
- 250 ml milk
- 7 g dry yeast or 1/2 cube fresh yeast
- 5 tablespoons sugar
- 500 g flour
- A pinch of salt
- 1 egg yolk
- 100 ml oil
- For the Filling:
- Approx. 1 teaspoon of nut-nougat cream per pastry
- For Brushing:
- Egg-milk mixture
- Prepare the Yeast Mixture: Warm the milk slightly and dissolve the yeast and sugar in it. This initiates the yeast activity, essential for a fluffy texture.
- Make the Dough: Combine the flour, a pinch of salt, egg yolk, and oil in a large mixing bowl. Add the yeast-milk mixture and knead until the dough is smooth and elastic. Let it rest in a warm place for about an hour to allow the dough to rise.
- Shape the Crescents: Divide the risen dough into approximately 26 pieces, each weighing about 35 grams. Roll each piece into a thin oval. Spread nut-nougat cream on one half of each oval. Make about 10 small slits in the other half of the dough with a sharp knife.
- Forming and Baking: Fold the dough over the filling and shape it into a crescent. Brush each crescent with the egg-milk mixture. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C with both top and bottom heat for about 13-15 minutes, until golden brown.
Enjoy! Savor these freshly baked Nut-Nougat Crescent Pastries, a perfect blend of sweetness and sophistication, sure to delight all your senses. Enjoy the warm, comforting embrace of each bite!